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Labs And Demo Showcase Checklist
A simple publishing checklist for turning experiments into useful public demos without blurring them into production page logic.
- State what the demo tests, what is finished, what is rough, and what someone should try first.
- Keep experimental code isolated in labs, playground, or archive boundaries.
- Link demos to a writeup, changelog note, screenshot, or project post when context helps.
- Lazy-load heavier demos and keep keyboard, mobile, and performance basics intact.
- Promote only durable work while keeping unfinished or risky ideas clearly labeled.